Serving 224 students in grades 6-8, Montford North Star Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montford North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montford North Star Academy's student population of 224 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montford North Star Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montford North Star Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#856 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
17%
25%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montford North Star Academy's ranking?
Montford North Star Academy is ranked #856 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Montford North Star Academy often compared to?
Montford North Star Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Asheville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Montford North Star Academy?
224 students attend Montford North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montford North Star Academy students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montford North Star Academy?
Montford North Star Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montford North Star Academy offer ?
Montford North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montford North Star Academy part of?
Montford North Star Academy is part of Asheville City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Montford North Star Academy located?
Montford North Star Academy is located in the Montford Area Historic District neighborhood of Asheville, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Montford Area Historic District.
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